Legal Assistant
About the role
The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has an opening for a Legal Assistant within the Eastern Litigation Unit located in the St. Louis, Missouri area.
What you'll do
This is a first-level legal support position responsible for directly supporting multiple Litigation attorneys who advise and represent the Department and its program divisions in various types of cases in juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court, and administrative hearings. The duties of this position include providing direct administrative and legal support to attorneys in the regional office. Under the guidance and direction of an attorney, a Legal Assistant may perform research, file legal documents, facilitate case management, and draft legal instruments and correspondence.
Minimum Qualifications
- An Associate's degree; or
- Two or more years' experience providing administrative support
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Ability to exhibit professionalism in written, oral, and in-person communications is required
- Prior experience working in a legal environment preferred but not required
Benefits
- Defined pension plan
- Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
- Eligibility for health insurance coverage
Pay
Semi-monthly salary: $1,970.39. Annual Salary: $47,289.36. Selected individuals may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).
Location
Chesterfield State Office Building, 1390 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Suite 120, Chesterfield, MO.
Application Deadline
September 15, 2026